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Aeration
| The process of introducing air into the compost pile. This can be accomplished by turning the pile or using a compost aerator. |
Aluminum (Al)
| Aluminum is a soft, durable, lightweight, malleable metal with appearance ranging from silvery to dull grey, depending on the surface roughness. It has about one-third the density and stiffness of steel and is ductile, and easily machined, cast, and extruded. Aluminum is remarkable for its ability to resist corrosion. |
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Art Deco Style
| Characteristics of the Art Deco movement include a a large range of ornaments and motifs. It is an opulent style and tends to be lavish - full of decorative features. |
Assembled
| The product is delivered whole with no further assembly needed. |
Brass
| Brass has higher malleability than copper or zinc. The relatively low melting point of brass and its flow characteristics make it a relatively easy material to cast. By varying the proportions of copper and zinc, the properties of the brass can be changed, allowing hard and soft brasses. |
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Capacity
| Refers to the amount of mail a mail receptacle can store. Also refers to the amount of soil or water in containers such as planters. |
Carrier
| An individual contractor or private company (airline, trucking company, railroad, etc.) that transports your purchases from the warehouse to the delivery address. |
Cast stone
| A lightweight yet durable alternative to real stone, this material has the appearance of pure sculpted stone. Cast stone can be made from white and/or grey cements, manufactured or natural sands, carefully selected crushed stone or well graded natural gravels and mineral coloring pigments to achieve the desired color and appearance while maintaining durable physical properties which exceed most natural cut building stones. |
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Cedar
| Known for their durable (decay-resistant) scented wood, cedar is the preferred wood for mailboxes, posts, and other outdoor curbside products. In the plant family Pinaceae, they are most closely related to the Firs (Abies), sharing a very similar cone structure. |
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Certifications
| Refers to any qualifications, required or not, that a product may have obtained thru a third party review and approval. Most notably here, mailbox USPS certifications and product International Organization for Standardization (ISO) certifications. |
Chip resistant
| Material that displays properties where chipping is unlikely. |
Clay
| A nonmetallic mineral used by shaping and then firing at high temperatures to produce various hard, brittle, heat-resistand and corrosion-resistant products. Usually available in an array of colors. |
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Commercial
| Products that are intended for architects, builders and building managers for use in public central point delivery or curbside needs. |
Composite Plastic
| A common term for a wide range of synthetic or semisynthetic organic solid materials suitable for the manufacture of industrial products. Due to their relatively low cost, ease of manufacture, versatility, and imperviousness to water, plastics are used in an enormous and expanding range of products. Most common forms found on our site are polypropylene or varying densities of polyethylene. |
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Configuration
| Refers to the number and style of mailboxes used in one setting. In commercial applications usually refers to the number and style of mailboxes. In residential mailboxes, it refers to the combination of options and colors. |
Conservation (water)
| The continuing protection and management of natural resources in accordance with principles that assure their optimum long-term economic and social benefits. |
Contemporary Style
| Characteristics of Contemporary style is in it's natural tendency to be outside the norm. The art movement started post WWII and became a part of popular culture with many artists becoming stars, working outside of an art historical context. |
Copper
| A beautiful metal with an orange hue that will develop a soft green patina over time. |
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Exclusive
| We carry many products that you can only get through our site on the internet. Our dedicated team searches out quality products with limited geographical access that we feel our customers could appreciate. We have launched many successful product lines and continue to shop around for you. |
Fade proof
| Color resists the natural elements of sun, wind, and water to retain its natural hue. |
Fiberglass
| Ultra-sturdy material that will not rot, stain, bleach, freeze or become disjointed. Resists breaking. |
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Finish
| A term used to describe the color and or texture of a product. |
Frost resistant
| Able to resist the condensation and freezing of moisture in the air. Tender plants will suffer extensive damage or die when exposed to frost. |
Gallon (liquid)
| 231 cubic inches of liquid |
Gauge
| Refers to the sheet metal gauge or thickness of metal in sheet form which varies by material. The gauge of sheet metal ranges from 30 gauge to about 8 gauge. Metals such as aluminum, brass, copper, steel, tin, nickel and titanium, are commonly referred to with this measurement. |
Hydroponics
| The science of growing plants in mineral solutions or liquid, instead of in soil. |
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Installation
| This describes products that will need to be installed. |
ISO Certification
| ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards. ISO9001 specifically defines quality system requirements for our suppliers during design, development, production, installation and servicing. It provides a way for suppliers to demonstrate its capabilities and for quality assessment of their capabilities by external parties. Companies certified by the ISO organization have taken extra steps in ensuring their product quality is provable, repeatable and within international guidelines. |
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Lobby
| The public area for conducting centralized services in a residential building or commercial building setting. |
Manufacturer’s warranty
| Limited guarantees against product defect provided by the manufacturer. |
Materials
| Refers to the product’s basic make-up, whether wood, metal, clay, etc… |
Modern Style
| Characteristics of modernism are form, material, color, shape and the depiction of the natural world. It displays no ornate features and more minimalistic and the functional features. |
Modular
| Refers to the ability of a single product to be joined with other related products to form different and individual product configurations. |
Overall Size
| The height, width and length (or depth) of a product when assembled. |
Patented
| This refers to products or processes used by manufacturers that can not be copied for a substantial but limited amount of time. |
Plastic
| A common term for a wide range of synthetic or semisynthetic organic solid materials suitable for the manufacture of industrial products. Due to their relatively low cost, ease of manufacture, versatility, and imperviousness to water, plastics are used in an enormous and expanding range of products. Most common forms found on our site are polypropylene or varying densities of polyethylene. |
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Polyethylene
| A lightweight thermoplastic; easily molded and resistant to other chemicals. Can be repeatedly softened and hardened by heating and cooling, and is used for many purposes, such as making containers, tubes, and packaging. |
Potting soil
| A soil mixture designed for use in container gardens and potted plants. Potting mixes should be loose, light, and sterile. |
Quality
| A term used to refer to the manufacture of a product and it’s fit for use. For example, a high quality steel mailbox will last years longer than a make-shift plywood box. |
Residential
| Products that are intended for homes and community living. |
Resin
| A lightweight and portable material that is able to stand up to wear and tear and the heat of summer due to its durable construction. |
Rotational Molding
| A versatile process in which a heated mold causes plastic resin to melt and form a puddle at the bottom of the mold cavity. The mold is slowly rotated causing the melted plastic to flow into the mold and stick to its walls. Even thickness is maintained by rotating the mold during the cooling phase. |
Some assembly required
| Some products require assembly before they are usable as designed. |
Stainless Steel
| Stainless steel is a generic term for a family of low carbon alloy steels containing 10.5% or more chromium. The corrosion resistance and other useful properties of steel are enhanced by increased chromium content and the addition of other elements such as molybdenum, nickel and nitrogen. |
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Standard
| Refers to the configuration of a product before options and add-ons. Also refers to an average size plaque. |
Steel
| An alloy consisting mostly of iron, with a carbon content between 0.2% and 2.14% by weight, depending on grade. Used in manufacturing due to it’s corrosion resistant and malleable properties. |
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Sub irrigated
| A passive system which, like hydroponics, provides a better flow of nutrients to your plant than traditional potting and drainage systems. Only the roots are in contact with highly oxygenated and clean water. The dirt on top does not hold the water which helps prevent mold, root rot and other plant diseases. |
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Terracotta
| (Italian for “Baked Earth”) is a ceramic. The term is also used to refer to items made out of this material and to its natural, brownish orange color. |
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Terrarium
| A partly or entirely closed glass container used to house a collection of indoor plants. |
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UV Resistant
| Will not fade, crack, or discolor due to sun exposure and its ultra-violet rays. |
UV Stabilizers
| Protects the substance from the long-term effects of ultraviolet light. They work by absorbing the UV radiation and preventing the formation of free radicals. |
Victorian Style
| Characteristics of Victorian style include many elements of Gothic, Tudor, Rococo and others. It is highly ornate with lions feet, scrolls, leaf and floral patterns. |
Vinyl
| A lightweight and easy to maintain material man-made material. It can come in many colors or painted with latex paint to achieve your desired color. Vinyl is weather resistant, fade-resistant and scratch-resistant. A long lasting alternative for many materials. |
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Wall Mount
| Refers to products mounted on a wall where it may or may not be recessed into the wall. |
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Water resistant
| Products that absorb little or no moisture. |
Weight
| The weight given for each product is the actual weight and not the shipping weight after packaging. |
Wood
| If not defined as cedar, pine, oak or other woods, this term means generally plywood or treated woods used in the product manufacture. |
Wrought iron
| A commercially pure iron. In contrast to steel, it has a very low carbon content. Wrought iron is tough, malleable, ductile and easily welded. |
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Zinc
| A metallic chemical element with the symbol Zn. At certain temperatures, zinc metal is malleable and can easily be beaten into various shapes. Zinc plating of steel is also a major application. |
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